Waregem vs Dender: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Zulte-Waregem prepare to host Dender on May 9, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this BELGIUM: First Division A, Relegation Group fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Zulte-Waregem, currently 13th in the standings with 45 points from 5 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 4 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored.

Dender, sitting 16th with 25 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 22 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Zulte-Waregem and Dender have favored Zulte-Waregem, with Dender claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). This fixture has generally favored Zulte-Waregem in recent years.

In their previous league match against Cercle Brugge, Zulte-Waregem recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a 3-5-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Gabriel, De Jaegere, Kiilerich, Lemoine, Ake, Lofolomo, Asare, Paugain, Erenbjerg, Opoku, Ementa. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Dender's last outing came against RAAL La Louviere, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 3-4-2-1 system. Their starting XI featured Dietsch, Goncalves, de Fougerolles, De Kerf, Koton, Viltard, Rodes, Marijnissen, Jahanbakhsh, Berte, Acquah. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.

Looking ahead, Zulte-Waregem are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Zulte-Waregem and Dender are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Zulte-Waregem's fixtures have averaged 3.1 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Dender's games average 3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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